Find reminders of the Gold Rush era and get a taste of the Far West on the Far East Trail. A quiet experience crossing Lewis and Clark and Jefferson counties, this trail is ideal for those craving nature and history. Check out the ruins of an old mine entrance from 1886, back when Montana was […]
At the South Hills Disc Golf Course, you can watch FOLFers succeed and fail from the comfort of the Donaldson Loop. The loop circles the whole course, offering views of the valley and the Donaldson Barn, all while enjoying the surrounding shade of trees and scent of flowers.
A Tenmile Creek Park fan favorite, Creekside Loop is a rather short but refreshing path nearing an enchanting creek. From the parking area, take the trail to your right and keep going for less than half a mile, alongside Tenmile Creek. Turn left at the end of the trail, and keep straight past the restroom […]
One of Helena’s earliest neighborhoods, Reeder’s Alley is an important historical site. Once a residence for miners, Reeder’s Alley is now home to charming commerce, and is also the last street 25K and 50K runners see during the annual Don’t Fence Me In Trail Run!
Close to the junction of Saddle Drive and Colonial Drive, on Cabernet Drive, this South Hills trail is a great place for a brisk walk or for testing your frisbee skills surrounded by nature.
Located in west Helena, Spring Meadow Lake State Park is an urban park popular for swimming, fishing, and birdwatching. The park features a 0.8-mile nature trail. The flat path around Spring Meadow Lake is accessible year-round. From April 15 to October 15, a no-dog policy protects wildlife.
The Scratchgravel Hills feature 50 miles of multiuse trails for hiking, running, mountain biking, and horseback riding north of Helena. From Head Lane Trailhead, visitors can explore the arid hills and pine forests on this 1.5-mile loop. Head west for .2 mile on the Horse Biscuit Trail and then turn left on the South Loop […]
Centennial Park is located in central Helena between Carroll College and N. Last Chance Gulch. The park offers a 1.25-mile paved loop, playgrounds, and a dog park. This family-friendly park is a great place to enjoy dramatic views of Mt. Helena and Mt. Ascension.
Tenmile Creek Park is Prickly Pear Land Trust’s foremost community conservation project. This 180-acre grassland was acquired in 2016 in partnership with Fort Harrison in order to preserve the open space for the community. Tenmile Creek Park provides seasonally-accessible walking paths, a wheelchair charging station, and the only urban access to Tenmile Creek. Visitors can […]
Nob Hill Park is a small open space in south Helena near I-15. With views of Mount Ascension and the Helena Valley, this is the ideal loop for anyone looking for a short, scenic walk or bike ride. Lucky visitors can also catch sight of local bluebirds.
